Dr. Kevin Alexander, MD
Stanford, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Kevin Alexander, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Alexander typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Alexander diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Alexander. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Alexander typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Alexander may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Alexander in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487953865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Kevin Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Kevin Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sequoia Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Renown Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Alexander accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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